My goals:
1. Continue no-buy of all beauty items unless a replacement is needed.
2. Wear makeup every day.
3. Use a face mask and a hair mask at least once.
4. Clean around the house.
5. Write thesis.
6. Figure out and work on a valentines gift for hubby.

Wow, they are so wrong. Measles is spread through the coughing and sneezing of the infected person. This is why one person can infect an entire room. This brings up my pet peeve. People who quote "facts" or "research" that comes from a random website. Then they think it is just as valid as info from the CDC or WHO.

Yes! We absolutely have to make a menu plan for the week or we waste so much food. The funny part is: we rarely stick to the plan. We usually end up using the ingredients in a totally different way than intended. I think the key is that making a plan limits your choices. Too many options can be paralyzing.

I'm sad today. Went to my postpartum appointment and I have gained 5 pounds! (I had initially lost 20 lbs after the birth) She said I could start light exercise but still a month before I can really work out. My first goal will be to go on at least one walk a day and the second is to try and do some squats and weights while at home. I could probably use the baby as a weight, she would love it.

I'm feeling good about the Pay-it-forward part of my no buy. I mailed out two packages today with items I won't use to people who will enjoy them. I want to try and do at least one or two of these a month for the duration. I've been stalking the wishlist portion of everyone's the trade lists. It takes a while but it makes me feel like the no-buy fairy so I'll keep going. I realized over the holidays that stalking and giving was my favorite part of secret santa so I'm selfishly trying make it last all year!

I was going to shame you, as per request, but now I just want a pumpkin bagel, lol.
I went on a 30 minute walk today which is the longest I've done since baby. Only 7 more days until I am cleared for more exercise!